Optimizing Shock Wave Lithotripsy: A Comprehensive Review

摘要: Shock wave lithotripsy is a commonly used procedure for eradicating upper urinary tract stones in patients who require treatment. A number of methods have been proposed to improve the results this procedure, including proper patient selection, modifications technique, adjunctive therapy facilitate elimination fragments, and changes lithotripter design. This article assesses utility these measures through an analysis contemporary literature.